Dumps NearbyRecycling centerVerified October 2026
Orange Beach CHaRM
Orange Beach CHaRM is a recycling and drop-off center in Gulf Shores, AL, in Baldwin County. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. Listed materials: household hazardous waste and electronics. We list 10 other drop-off sites in Baldwin County.
| Address | 22510 Russian Road, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 Directions |
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| County | Baldwin County, AL |
| Website | baldwincountyswda.org |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 10 am to 6 pm Sat: 7 am to 12 pm |
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| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Run by the county, city or a waste district |
| Accepts | Household hazardous waste, Electronics, paint, batteries, hazardous waste |
| Not accepted | tires, mattresses, furniture, appliances, construction debris, medical waste |
| Payment | cash, card, check, money order |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: baldwincountyswda.org, baldwincountyswda.org. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Baldwin County
- The Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) runs the county landfills, the Bay Minette transfer station and three CHaRM drop-off centers for hard-to-recycle items; all landfill and transfer sites are open Mon-Fri 7 AM-4 PM and Sat 7 AM-12 PM. Call (251) 972-6878 or check baldwincountyswda.org for current prices. Source
- The CHaRM centers are for Baldwin County residents. They do not take tires, mattresses, furniture, appliances (white goods) or construction debris. Source
Before you go
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Other recycling and drop-off centers nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm … Residential paint: $2 per gallonHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsRecyclables
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 10 am to 6 pm … Residential paint: $2 per gallonHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushTires
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm … Residential paint: $2 per gallonHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsRecyclables
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 10 am to 6 pm … Residential paint: $2 per gallonHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Baldwin County
All 11 drop-off sites in Baldwin County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Alabama
Frequently asked questions
Where is Orange Beach CHaRM?
22510 Russian Road, Gulf Shores, AL 36542. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at Orange Beach CHaRM?
Orange Beach CHaRM is listed for household hazardous waste and electronics. Not accepted: tires, mattresses, furniture, appliances, construction debris and medical waste.
Can non-residents use Orange Beach CHaRM?
No, it is for residents only.
How much does it cost to dump at Orange Beach CHaRM?
Residential paint: $2 per gallon; Car battery: $2 each; Household hazardous waste (chemicals, gasoline, pesticides): $2 per gallon; Propane or fire extinguisher tank: $4 each. Aluminum cans, cardboard, glass, mixed paper, plastics 1-7, small household batteries and light bulbs are free.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Orange Beach CHaRM open?
Mon-Fri: 10 am to 6 pm; Sat: 7 am to 12 pm.
What other recycling and drop-off centers are near Orange Beach CHaRM?
Baldwin County SWDA Recycling Facility in Summerdale (12 mi) and Fairhope CHaRM in Fairhope (19 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Gulf Shores?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Baldwin County SWDA Recycling Facility, about 12 miles away.
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